When confirmed cases of Covid-19 are rising each day it is causing a lot of stress and anxiety among people. They are in state of panic as it has worsen their lives and livelihoods. At present when there is no possible treatment of Coronavirus the only cure is social distancing.
This pandemic induced lockdown was imposed by government to stop the chain of Coronavirus and to save lives of our loved ones. Soon this lockdown was followed by social distancing and quarantine. I know being at homes for several days may sound like a cabin fever but if we want to survive the norms of social distancing must be followed.
So stop now, each day thinking what will happen in future? When will this lockdown period get over? When will markets, schools and offices will open? Think now how to better utilize this precious time. Invest your energy and mind in productive stuff. This will bring positivity in your life.
Here are a few simple tips to help you motivated, productive and most importantly positive during this crucial time.
Set your goal – This is the best time especially for students preparing for any competitive exam. You have plenty of time. Set your goal and work each day hard so that in future you can say yes I have cracked it. Your day will surely come. Till then practice, practice and practice.
Develop yoga habits – You can start your day with yoga or any sort of meditation that keep you out of mental stress. Yoga will make you both mentally and physically fit. So it is advisable if you want a good body image as well as learn how to stay focused and concentrated yoga is surely the best option for you.
Involve yourself in household chores – Why it is so that each time we have to burden our moms or wives with the household activity. This is the only time when you are free and can engage yourself in household activities. This will surely give you moms and wives some me time for themselves where they can relax and enjoy. Your little efforts will bring huge smile on their faces and this will be a small token of love from your side. So think about it!
Take care of mother nature by planting trees–
You can also show your love and care towards nature by planting trees at your homes or nearby surrounding.
Explore your hidden talent – Everyone has some or the other hobby or any area of interest. So explore your interest. Invest your time in your hobbies such as dancing, painting, singing, gardening etc. This is the time to find your inner self. Discover yourself and be passionate about it.
Experiment with your food- You can also do some sort of experiment with your food by cooking different different dishes. At this time when your favourite restaurants are closed you can daily experiment with some new food items and can treat yourself and your loved ones.
Develop habit of writing diary- At this time when we all our full of various mixed feelings, delimas, experiences writing diary is the best option to store them all for our future memory.
Spending quality time with our loved ones- This is the perfect time where you can spend quality time with your family members and loved ones and can make your bond even more stronger. You can play indoor games with them, can watch classic and good movies, can cook with them, can innovate new things with them, can laugh with them and a lot more stuff that over years you have regretted of not able to do with them. So make this moment your lifetime cherished memory.
I hope the above tips will help you stay motivated in your lives. Till then stay connected with your friends and family. Explore new things. Find your improved version. Stay confident, stay happy, spread happiness soon these gloomy days will disappear. Till then pray from God that everyone gets enough strength to cope up with this situation and soon the entire world gets rid away from this pandemic.
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